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Produces gigantic-sized gourds. Gourds can grow up to 24” in diameter, the size of a bushel basket, with the average size being between 12-18" in diameter. Excellent for making crafts and a perfect addition to fall and winter displays when dried.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Lagenaria siceraria |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 14 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/2 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 2-4 weeks before last spring frost, Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
| Growing Height | 15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Bloom Color | White/Near White |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring/Early Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Other Details | Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping, Flowers are fragrant |
| Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) |
| Days to Harvest | 120-130 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored, Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds |
| Seeds Per Pack | 10 |
